Porirua

Travel Guide

A coastal town with a bay, surrounded by hills and a cloudy sky.
A coastal town at dusk with a river, illuminated streets, and residential areas.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a river, and distant mountains.
A calm harbor with several boats docked, a clear blue sky, and a hillside with houses in the background.
A coastal landscape with a winding river, sandy beaches, and a distant mountain range.

Where to stay in Porirua

Find the best Porirua areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and a distant mountain range.
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Plimmerton

Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or South Beach while you're exploring the area.

Titahi Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Pukerua Bay

Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Whitby

While Whitby may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plimmerton Beach and South Beach.

Porirua City Centre

Though Porirua City Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Harbour View Lodge

Harbour View Lodge

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
The price is HK$435 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
HK$435
HK$500 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach are ...
7.4/10 Good! (29 reviews)
"Did not service till I actually asked them. Staff great. Lack of reception after 8pm not good."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Harbour View Lodge
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
The price is HK$654 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
HK$654
HK$752 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and concierge services. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
7.8/10 Good! (62 reviews)
"I would love to come back for another visit. Absolute enjoyed my stay at The post hotel"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

The Post Hotel
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road Porirua
The price is HK$745 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
HK$745
HK$856 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions Pataka ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (439 reviews)
"Exactly what was expected."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
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The Plimmerton Beach House

The Plimmerton Beach House

Porirua Wellington
Stay at this beach holiday home in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions South Beach and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
The Plimmerton Beach House
Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views

Plimmerton Porirua
Stay at this cottage in Porirua. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (189 reviews)
"Great stay, perfect location :)"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,593 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay at Gilmer"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Stay near popular Porirua attractions

Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area

After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
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Things to do

Auckland Maori Tour hongi

Auckland Māori Cultural Tour with Indigenous Guide & West Coast

HK$2,284
per adult
Auckland Māori Cultural Tour with Indigenous Guide & West Coast
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

HK$507
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Mātiu/Somes Island

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

HK$364
per adult
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

HK$161
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Private Guided Tour to Wellington

Private Self-Guided Tour to Wellington

HK$63
per adult
Private Self-Guided Tour to Wellington
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

HK$392
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
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